your story, artfully told
I’m so honored you’re here and excited to share all the details when it comes to working with us. From our very first email to delivering the final gallery of your wedding day, I’m committed to making your experience unforgettable. Your wedding photography is so much more than just photos—it’s about creating an experience that feels genuine, comfortable, and completely unique to you.
I believe your love story deserves to be told with care and artistry, and I can’t wait to capture the moments that will become treasured heirlooms. Thank you for considering me to document your day. Let’s create something beautiful together!
Why we can’t wait to document your day…
From stolen glances to cheeky kisses, and those unforgettable moments on the dance floor, we’re here to capture your love story—every chapter, big and small. We believe the best moments are often the ones that slip by unnoticed, and we’re dedicated to making sure those special, authentic memories are preserved forever.
Our approach is rooted in photojournalism, which means we love documenting your day as it naturally unfolds. From the quiet anticipation while getting ready to the way you instinctively reach for each other’s hands, we’re there for it all. Of course, we also know when to step in and guide you, your wedding party, and your family for those beautifully posed photos you’ll treasure.
HAND ON HEART,
We are dedicated to creating a beautiful collection of images that will forever memorialize your day. As you look through your photos, I want the memories to come alive, bringing you right back to those cherished moments, as if you’re experiencing them all over again.
“SHE. IS. AMAZING. We got our sneak peeks back a few days later and I was crying like it was my wedding day all over again. I will literally be recommending her to everyone I meet. A kind, genuine, artistic soul.”
Hello, my name is Nikki. The heart behind my work is rooted in something so meaningful to me. My complete obsession with photography stems from my own love of documenting the little pieces of life that mean everything. The older I get, the more I realize just how fleeting these moments are—especially after becoming a mom. Every laugh, every milestone, every little glance holds so much meaning, and I never want to forget a single thing. Photos are my way of keeping those moments close to my heart, preserving the chapters I cherish most. This is why I do what I do—for you, for your story, for the moments you’ll hold forever.
I’ve always been drawn to the beauty of storytelling, and for me, being a wedding photographer is about so much more than just capturing pretty pictures. It’s about documenting the love, the joy, the quiet moments, and the little in-betweens that make each couple's story unique. I cherish this job because I get to witness and preserve one of the most significant chapters in a couple’s life—the start of their forever. It’s an honor that I don’t take lightly, and I’m continually inspired by the trust my couples place in me to tell their love story.
Every wedding is different, and what I love most is the opportunity to capture those authentic emotions that reflect who you truly are as a couple. From the deep belly laughs to the quiet tears and the heartfelt vows, I’m here to preserve it all so you can relive these moments for years to come. My goal is to create images that are not only beautiful but meaningful, the kind you’ll look back on and feel all over again—because these memories deserve to be cherished forever.
13+
years of experience
300+
weddings photographed
25 +
destinations traveled to
22,713+
happy tears shed
2028 NKP Packages
01. Ultimate
FOR COUPLES WHO WANT A FULL DAY OF COVERAGE
Investment: $8950 | Coverage: 9 HRS
Complimentary session
To have photos to remember this sweet chapter of being engaged and to get comfortable in front of the camera
High Resolution Photos
Delivered through an online gallery - print your wedding photos to relive your best day and share on social media
Second Photographer
To photograph the candid moments and many angles
Polaroids
A tangible keepsake from your wedding day on polaroid film (3-5 polaroids)
$50 credit to the Heirloom Frame Shop
Find a vintage frame you love collected by Nikki for your favorite photo to live
Expires 3 months from the day your wedding gallery is delivered
35mm film shot throughout your day — developed, scanned, and delivered with your gallery
Throughout your day, I'll shoot a roll of 35mm film alongside your digital coverage — candid moments, quiet in-betweens, the details that deserve a little grain. Film is intentional by nature; not every frame is guaranteed, but the ones that come back are something different entirely. Developed scans are delivered as part of your final gallery.
Timeline Planning
To ensure for a wedding day that flows and prioritizes everything that is important to you both
NKP Wedding Day Planning Guide
A resource for tips and ideas for your wedding day planning
Location and Vendor Recommendations
For your wedding day and engagement session
Consultations, questionnaires, and mood boards
To ensure we document your love in it’s most authentic way
most popular
02. Standard
FOR THE COUPLE THAT WANTS THE MAJORITY OF THE DAY COVERED
Investment: $7950 | Coverage: 8 HRS
Complimentary session
To have photos to remember this sweet chapter of being engaged and to get comfortable in front of the camera
High Resolution Photos
Delivered through an online gallery - print your wedding photos to relive your best day and share on social media
Second Photographer
To photograph the candid moments and many angles
Polaroids
A tangible keepsake from your wedding day on polaroid film
$50 credit to the Heirloom Frame Shop
Find a vintage frame you love collected by Nikki for your favorite photo to live
expires 3 months from the day your wedding gallery is delivered
35mm film shot throughout your day — developed, scanned, and delivered with your gallery
Throughout your day, I'll shoot a roll of 35mm film alongside your digital coverage — candid moments, quiet in-betweens, the details that deserve a little grain. Film is intentional by nature; not every frame is guaranteed, but the ones that come back are something different entirely. Developed scans are delivered as part of your final gallery.
Timeline Planning
To ensure for a wedding day that flows and prioritizes everything that is important to you both
NKP Wedding Day Planning Guide
A resource for tips and ideas for your wedding day planning
Location and Vendor Recommendations
For your wedding day and engagement session
Consultations, questionnaires, and mood boards
To ensure we document your love in it’s most authentic way
03. Basic
FOR COUPLES WHO WOULD LIKE HIGHLIGHTS OF THEIR DAY CAPTURED
Investment: $7100 | Coverage: 7 HRS
Complimentary session
To have photos to remember this sweet chapter of being engaged and to get comfortable in front of the camera
High Resolution Photos
Delivered through an online gallery - print your wedding photos to relive your best day and share on social media
Polaroids
A tangible keepsake from your wedding day on polaroid film
$50 credit to the Heirloom Frame Shop
Find a vintage frame you love collected by Nikki for your favorite photo to live
expires 3 months from the day your wedding gallery is delivered
35mm film shot throughout your day — developed, scanned, and delivered with your gallery
Throughout your day, I'll shoot a roll of 35mm film alongside your digital coverage — candid moments, quiet in-betweens, the details that deserve a little grain. Film is intentional by nature; not every frame is guaranteed, but the ones that come back are something different entirely. Developed scans are delivered as part of your final gallery.
Timeline Planning
To ensure for a wedding day that flows and prioritizes everything that is important to you both
NKP Wedding Day Planning Guide
A resource for tips and ideas for your wedding day planning
Location and Vendor Recommendations
For your wedding day and engagement session
Consultations, questionnaires, and mood boards
To ensure we document your love in it’s most authentic way
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Add ons
Album - 10x10 - $1200
Includes a 25 spread album (additional spreads are $50 each)
A wedding album is the sweetest way to hold your best day in your hands—a tangible reminder of every beautiful moment. Imagine flipping through an album filled with your favorite photos, each chosen by you and curated into a design that tells the story of your day from start to finish. I’ll work with you to create an album that captures each laugh, tear, and cherished detail, creating a keepsake that’s as unique as your love story. Your album becomes more than a collection of photos; it’s an heirloom that you can pass down through generations, preserving your story for years to come.
Photography by the Hour - $950/hour
I am more than happy to be there for all of the wedding festivities you want documented! Whether it is your welcome dinner all the way to your big exit — simply add extra hours to your chosen package and I’ll be there!
The Travel
Weddings within 60 miles from Chicago are included in your package. I will create a custom quote for you if your location is beyond that (don’t worry, no hidden or surprise fees). My bags are packed and ready to go wherever your love takes you!
Additional sessions - $950
Would you like a day-before session capturing you tow and your excitement before the big day? Or rehearsal day coverage? Or a honeymoon session? If this is something you’d love captured, let me know and I can add it to your package
Personally Curated Heirloom Frame for your wedding - $350
In case you haven’t heard, I have a frame shop on my website filled with collections of frames I’ve carefully curated with so much love. My passion for vintage and antique frames pairs perfectly with your favorite photos, creating heirlooms that feel truly timeless. For this special add-on, I’ll personally source a frame after your wedding day, selecting one that beautifully reflects the spirit of your celebration and the photo you choose to display. More details on the Heirloom Frame Shop are just below!
OUR PROCESS
and how it works
NKP Forever FAMILIES
When you invite me to photograph your wedding or elopement, you’re not just inviting me into your love story for one day—
YOU’RE INVITING ME INTO ALL THE BEAUTIFUL CHAPTERS THAT FOLLOW.
From the moment you say “I do” to the days of welcoming little ones and watching your family grow, i’m honored to be there, preserving each milestone. My loyal clients, or as I call them, “ NKP Forever Families,” are at the heart of what I do, and it’s a true joy to capture these cherished moments year after year.
ENGAGEMENT SESSION
Engagement sessions are included in all of our packages. It is a great way to connect before the wedding day and create some special photos to remember this sweet chapter. Being engaged is such quick and special time!
An engagement session is a chance for us to capture some really beautiful, candid photos of you and your partner in a beautiful place. Just the two of you, being you.
Plus, if you're a little camera-shy, it's the perfect opportunity for you to practice getting comfortable in front of the camera, in the lead up to your wedding day. Don’t worry, my team and I are pros at guiding you through posing and capturing all the happy, candid goodness.
Either way, I promise that we'll have a lot of fun while we're at it.
SESSION INCLUDES:
✦ 1 Hour Session- at one location of your choice
✦ High resolution photos- Print and download your favorite moments from your session
✦ 2 outfits - for 2 looks during your session'
✦ Mood board and session planning with Nikki
✦ Online gallery- Your photos will be stored in your online gallery for up to one year after the date delivered and you will have access to the print shop.
The Story Albums
Handmade from the highest quality materials and fully customizable to your
liking, I'll design your album, putting together your favorite photos into a fine art wedding album. We'll work together to weave a story and create an album
design that you're absolutely in love with.
Simply select your must-have wedding images and I'll get the ball rolling. If
you're not sure where to start or simply can't decide, I'll be more than happy to
help you pull it altogether.
You'll get up to 3 revisions to note any changes you'd like with my design, and
we won't send it off to print until you're 100% happy with the layout. You'll be
flicking through this album for years to come, reliving your special day all over
again, so let's make sure it's perfect!
10 x 10" Fine Art Album
A BEAUTIFULLY CUSTOMIZED, HANDMADE WEDDING ALBUM
+ Choose between a linen, velvet, or leather cover
+ Select the color and embossing of your choice
+ 15 spreads included
+ Additional spreads available at +$80 each
+ Select a maximum of 45 spreads in total
$1,200
8 x 8" Mini Album
A SMALLER REPLICA OF YOUR ALBUM - THE PERFECT GIFT TO
THANK YOUR PARENTS
+ 15 spreads included
+ Additional spreads available at +$50 each
+ Select a maximum of 45 spreads in total
+ Spreads must match your full-sized album
$900